Items you will need

Razor blade

Shaving cream

Hair removal cream

Hair waxing kit

If you shave on a regular basis, you'll probably see a gray shade on your freshly shaved skin from time to time. This shading is caused by excess stubble that is too close to the skin to be adequately removed by the razor. The gray shade is particularly noticeable if you regularly use an electric razor. Fortunately, there are several methods for getting rid of the gray shade after shaving.

Switch your razor blade with a fresh one on a consistent basis. As a blade dulls, it becomes less efficient at removing stubble. And as it looses its efficiency, the blade has a tendency to leave behind the unwanted shading. A fresh blade and some shaving cream helps eliminate this problem.

Apply hair removal cream to the areas affected by the gray shade. The cream helps to temporarily remove the close stubble that causes the shade and is a useful supplement to your shaving routine.

Wax the gray areas in order to remove the stubble causing the shade for a longer period of time. The wax tightens around the stubble and then the strips attached to it are pulled off, taking the stubble and the shading with it. While this is uncomfortable and will irritate your skin temporarily, it does provides longer-lasting results compared to shaving alone.

Undergo laser removal for any stubborn stubble that consistently causes gray shading. Lasers remove the stubble permanently and take the shading with it. Be aware, however, that the procedure can be expensive.

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Michael Davidson started writing screenplays in 2003 and has had a screenplay professionally produced. He has also studied martial arts since 1990 and has worked as a licensed security specialist. Davidson has written articles for various websites. He is a graduate of Michigan State University and holds a Bachelor of Arts in advertising.